Chongqing — The fourth session of the sixth Chongqing Municipal People's Congress opened on January 28 in Chongqing. Hu Henghua, Mayor of the Chongqing Municipal People's Government, delivered the Government Work Report at the opening meeting.

According to the report, Chongqing's gross domestic product (GDP) reached about 3.37 trillion yuan (about 468 billion U.S. dollars) in 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 5.3%. Investment in infrastructure and industrial sectors increased by 3.2% and 8.5% respectively, while total retail sales of consumer goods rose by 3.1%.

The report also outlined the city's key economic and social development targets for 2026. Chongqing is aiming for GDP growth of more than 5% next year. Output from industrial enterprises above the designated size is expected to increase by 6%, while fixed-asset investment is projected to grow by 3%. Total retail sales of consumer goods are forecast to rise by over 4%, and total imports and exports are expected to increase by 5%.

Below is a review of Chongqing's major achievements in 2025 and its key development targets for 2026.